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The Simple Side of Singapore & A Celebration of Diversity
Glitz, glamour, luxury. This image of Singapore has been popularized by the movie Crazy Rich Asians, a romantic comedy that showcased the lifestyle of the rich in Singapore. A search on Unsplash or other image sites displays the splendour of the island-nation’s city centre, with its glass buildings and dazzling night view. But what really lies underneath all the bling in the heart of Singapore?
No, You Can't Sleep With Keanu Reeves
Cyberpunk 2077 seemed to have everything going for it--flashy gameplay, sexy and slick graphics, and an engaging story line. It was hyped to the point it felt like a crime to not own the game. Many aspects have been disappointing since the game's debut, running from the simple (textures glitching) to the extreme (bugs that break quest lines and block advancement into the game further). But perhaps the most disheartening factor of all: one cannot have a relationship with Johnny Silverhand, the character created in the likeness of the incredibly breathtaking Keanu Reeves.
Rae ForrandPublished 3 years ago in FilthyBusting Some Myths that Keep People from Meditating.
While the benefits of meditation are no longer doubted, and the practice is becoming more and more mainstream, many people still believe that it’s not for them.
Hilda CarrollPublished 3 years ago in LongevityDay 76
The first thing I remember about the day that changed my life is opening my eyes and seeing fluorescent lights above me. I couldn’t turn my head in either direction without feeling an intense pain shooting down my spine, so I kept looking up at the fluorescent lights. There’s no reason for you to know this, but I hate fluorescent lights. I don’t know who created them, but I wish they stayed home that day. I remember realizing I was in a hospital, but I don’t remember how I got there. I remember lying on that hospital bed for what felt like an hour before a nurse came in to check on me. It could have been ten minutes, it could have been thirty seconds, but to me, it felt like an hour. Nevertheless, my nurse was finally here.
Nicole RobinsonPublished 3 years ago in HumansGetting a head start on marketing agility starts with niche expertise and flex talent
If there’s anything the global workforce has learned over the past year, it’s to “expect the unexpected.” Even more so in the advertising, media and marketing industries, there has been a natural call for the need to be adaptable, creative and innovative.
Dominique DajerPublished 3 years ago in JournalCRTD Stock (Vocal's Founder)
It's no secret that this platform (Vocal) has grown immensely over the past several years. Why not take a stake in Vocal's owner "Creatd" by investing in their stock directly?
RexFinancePublished 3 years ago in TraderWhy We Need To Stop Romanticizing Our Teenage Years
I was a very mild teenager. I didn’t drink, smoke, go to parties, or do anything wild, really. And for the most part, I was pretty happy with my life.
Vanessa LewisPublished 3 years ago in GeeksNo Fans? No Fun.
The banner at Old Trafford stadium is easy to spot even in good times, and these are not good times. ‘Without Fans, We Are Nothing,’ it reads.
Hamish AlexanderPublished 3 years ago in CleatsHow I'm Reaching My Health Goals This Year
In 2018, I was at my personal rock bottom. I wasn't completely happy with the job I was working, the city I was living in. I was living in a tiny studio apartment with paper-thin walls. I tried to apply to graduate programs for the second time but failed. My target universities rejected me and my safety schools didn't offer enough aid for me to say yes.
Leigh FisherPublished 3 years ago in LongevityVocal Vs Medium - Battle Of The Platforms
I have been publishing on the two platforms for just over a year. I am often asked what the difference is and if one is better than the other.
Reija SillanpaaPublished 3 years ago in JournalBook Review: "Selected Essays" by George Orwell
Georgr Orwell is probably best known for his works "1984" and "Animal Farm." My personal favourite book by him was always "Down and Out in Paris and London" because of the realism involved and honestly, I wish more people read it. This book is somewhat like my favourite Orwell novel in the fact that it is based within various truths and has a criticism on a number of things. Including Orwell's work on Charles Dickens and his famous essay entitled "Shooting the Elephant" - George Orwell attempts to reason with us whilst showing his readers that these things are perhaps linked in a wider web of economics and class systems.
Annie KapurPublished 3 years ago in GeeksHow did my Home Become a Sanctuary for Random Creatures?
Perhaps the title should read: How did my home become an involuntary sanctuary for random creatures? I certainly didn't send out invitations. Oddly enough, this is not a complaint. Each unique encounter has been either intriguing, entertaining, or at the very least educational. Only one of our visitors cost us money to remove. Perhaps I'll file that one under complaints.
Erica RobertsPublished 3 years ago in PetlifeWhat Dabs are Like
If you haven’t tried dabs before and are curious to find out what it’s like before you indulge, you’ve come to the right place. It’s definitely a smart decision to educate yourself before you try a mind-altering substance you aren’t familiar with. If we recall back when edibles were gaining more mainstream popularity, we had to give the PSA that this is actually a different experience, because it’s a different chemical reaction, and not the same-ol’ Mary Jane you know and love. I find myself doing a similar spiel with dabs when I talk to people about them nowadays.
James S. BrayPublished 3 years ago in PotentAn Interview with 'Life in a Day' Director Kevin Macdonald
On February 6, 2021, Life in a Day 2020 premiered for free on YouTube. The documentary consists entirely of crowdsourced footage sent in by people all over the world, filmed on one day: July 25, 2020.
Jonathan SimPublished 3 years ago in GeeksHow dystopian YA shaped Gen Z
From roughly 2010-2014, dystopian YA was all the rage. Rising political tensions, war and a recession from the previous decade had curdled into the rise of the dystopian genre: where horrifyingly oppressive governments committed grave atrocities against the people they were supposed to protect, leaving it to teenagers (who were usually cisgender, white and heterosexual) to save the world.
Vanessa LewisPublished 3 years ago in GeeksCHARITY
CHARITY By Shanita Hogan “Oh my goodness! I won! I can’t believe it!” exclaimed Trudy. Trudy runs over to her sofa and moves her newspapers, books and coat onto the coffee table looking for her phone.
What Is It Like To Be Mentally Ill?
To be mentally ill is to be physically ill. The organ that houses your soul fails you. The most complex biological structure in the animal kingdom succumbs to rampant dysfunction. It is a part of the human body that can never be transplanted, never truly repaired, never understood adequately. Your personality and perceptions fluctuate with its chemical changes. Crippling imbalances in neurotransmitters and life-altering abnormalities in structure indicate disease, but are referred to as mere issues- a vague, nondescript, near-demeaning phrase. The behavior associated with brain tumors and diabetic crises is understood to be a result of a natural disease process, but “mental health issues” scare those lucky enough to enjoy sanity out of any sympathy. A sacred few try to offer compassion, they try nobly, yet they cower in fear as you step close to them and shift their weight awkwardly in your presence. You’re frightening. You’re weird. It’d be more comfortable for them if you’d go away.
Samantha MarinPublished 3 years ago in PsycheService Repaid
Soo-Jin Quinn paced the waiting room area feverishly as she counted down the time. She looked at the light above the door expecting it to cease its glow at any moment. She knew she still had three more long agonizing minutes until it was her turn, and it was torture.
George GrimesPublished 3 years ago in ServeMost Likely to Thrive.
It’s cute in a yearbook when the statement “most likely to” is used. Most likely to travel around the world, most likely to cure cancer, most likely to go vegan, etc.
Your Junk is an Untapped Treasure of Crafting Supplies
What is a junk journal It seems that the idea of junk journaling is a little different for each person. There is no 'one size fits all' explanation. This is because each creator puts their own touch and style into their journals.
Lynda CokerPublished 3 years ago in Lifehack